Today in our prayers for the people of Vietnam.

Prayer for Peace

Delores Rains

God of life, in the name of the prince of peace we pray, wanting to express our deep gratitude for your abiding love and grace.

We pray for people experiencing the turmoil of brokenness that separates them from others and from sensing your presence. May your peace bring wholeness where there is brokenness.

We pray for people experiencing the agony of physical pain that prevents the expression of joyful living. May your peace bring comfort amid such pain.

We pray for your creation of plants and animals. May humankind be wise in its stewardship of your generous handiwork. May all people strive for peaceful living with all of creation.

We pray for the Earth’s children. May this precious resource, known as youth, experience a peace that passes all understanding. May the adult children of God leave a legacy of true shalom for future generations.

May the peace of God dwell in our hearts, in our words, and in our actions as we engage one another throughout our days. Amen.